Charity Work Across USA

Turkey distribution

Every Thanksgiving, millions of families across the country gather around their tables and enjoy a delicious turkey meal. For many families, however, the cost of participating in the joy of the holiday is unfortunately too high. That’s why this November, IRUSA will be working with 60 partners to distribute to 80,000 people*.

*Based on latest data available.

Hurricane Helene Devastation

Hurricane Helene made landfall on September 26 on Florida’s Gulf Coast as a Category 4 hurricane, leaving a path of destruction over 500 miles long. At least 180 people have been killed across six states including South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. Florida, the Carolinas, and Tennessee specifically have sustained major infrastructure damage and roads and bridges remain closed days after the storm. Currently, around 2.1 million people are without power.

IRUSA’s DMT is working to deploy staff and volunteers to perform muck outs of damaged homes to remove anything contaminated during the hurricane including furniture, drywall, etc., to prevent mold.

Strength In Unity

Racial inequity, homelessness, poverty, and the effects of climate change are just a few issues Americans face on a daily basis. And now, inflation is on the rise as food and gas prices are soaring, exacerbating an already difficult circumstance for families across the country.

Charity starts at home, and that’s why Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA) is dedicated to supporting work across the US that provides families with the tools to succeed.

Take a look at a few of our programs below.

Community Development

In 2024, IRUSA provided support to more than 15 different community groups across the country, serving 50,000 people* with programs ranging from accessibility for deaf community members to family success planning; environmental education to eviction prevention; mental health support to mentorship programs for high-risk youth; unity programs to work through community problems; and even an aeronautics camp to inspire underrepresented youth interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to safety support for survivors of domestic violence.

Emergency Response

IRUSA has been responding to emergencies across the country for more than a decade. Since 2011, our Disaster Management Team (DMT) has responded to more than 50 disasters. When Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas in July 2024, IRUSA responded immediately – supplying food, water, and emergency flood buckets to families in need. 

A few of our long-term disaster responses also include constructing “flood shelves” in 100 homes in the wake of Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico, and supporting communities across North Carolina in response to repeated devastation from Atlantic storms – namely hurricanes Mathew, Florence, and Dorian.

See all our Emergency Appeals ➟

Day of Dignity

In 2024, IRUSA is expected to host 25 Day of Dignity events across the country, proposedly serving 60,000* people. Day of Dignity, a day of service, is an opportunity for IRUSA volunteers to provide essential services to communities in need through interventions such as serving hot nutritious meals, providing essential items such as clothing and hygiene kits, and offering haircuts to those unable to afford them.

Learn More on Day of Dignity ➟

Refugee Resettlement Program

IRUSA’s refugee resettlement program strives to help newly-arrived refugees navigate and integrate into their new community within their first 90 days in the country. The goal is to help each family overcome their hardships and become self-sufficient. Since the beginning of the program, IRUSA has worked with six partners to help resettle nearly 600 newly-arrived refugees. In 2024, the goal is to help resettle over 800 refugees across four states.

Learn more about Refugee Resettlement ➟

Hot Meals

IRUSA is working to alleviate food insecurity in major urban cities across the country. In 2024, IRUSA worked with six partners to provide food to 146,000 people*. With your support, we’re able to reach vulnerable groups and communities whose food and nutrition security have been adversely affected by poverty.

Go to Hot Meals ➟

Summer Food Service Program

IRUSA strives to increase access to food and support those struggling not only during the school year, but the summer as well. That’s why we’re a proud supporter of the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program, where we worked with nine partners in 2024 to provide over 50,000* people with healthy, balanced meals and help combat food insecurity.